I’m lost. Help me find my way


I’m adding a headphone setup to my all McIntosh system. It’s shown in the virtual systems section. In short, it’s a HT system and the processor/preamp doesn’t have a headphone jack. 
My local dealer, who I have worked with since 1977, is recommending the McIntosh MHA200 amp and the Grado RS1x HP’s. I’m a Mac guy all the way since my first real system back in 70’s. I know nothing about Grado although everything I’ve seen gives them high marks. I respect and trust my dealer and will probably go with it unless I find the Grado phones uncomfortable or poor sounding after trying them. 
But I would welcome any first hand knowledge of either of these products. Thanks in advance. 

jfrost27

Showing 1 response by mapman

Listen and decide.  Mac and  Grado:  It’s all good stuff and only what you think matters in the end. When not sure always stick with products from proven vendors  that receive many good reviews. 
 

One recommendation is for streaming source go with a product like Roon that supports using canned convolution filters to adjust sound of specific headphone models.  That is a game changer that helps even out the playing field and opens up many new excellent headphone choices at all price points.